Orville Pasma

On Sunday, January 15, 2023, Orville Pasma went to be with his Lord and Savior at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Tilly. He is survived by his spouse, Alice; children Sandy Drummond, Kristi (Rich) Terpstra, Judy (Jerry) Hekhuis, Rob (Sheila) Pasma; stepchildren Francine Lewis, Stev (Dawn) Lewis, Mark (Christine) Lewis, Jena (Jennifer) Lewis; grandchildren Kerri and Jorge Monroy (Evie, Santiago), Kendra and Cameron Nol (Teagan, Roman), Isaiah and Laura Hekhuis, Gabrielle and Jimi Harden (James), Noah and Eden Hekhuis, Tea Pasma, Ava Pasma, Reuben and Kate Lewis, Noah Lewis, Eli Lewis, Brianna Lewis (Sam), Christian Lewis; siblings Kathleen Pasma, Thomas (Sharon) Pasma, Anna Mae Jolman; numerous brothers- and sisters-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Orville was born in Byron Center, Michigan to Clarence and Jennie Pasma. He graduated from Calvin College and after a stint in the Army, earned master’s degrees from Michigan State University and Syracuse University. A teaching career brought him to Kelloggsville Christian School, then briefly to Grandville Christian School, finally serving over three decades at South Christian High School. His love of nature led him to hand build a beautiful cabin home in the woods by Hardy Pond. Fishing was his passion both in Michigan and in Florida.

Orville married Tilly DeHaan in 1958 and enjoyed 54 years of marriage, compassionately caring for her during the last five years of her life. He then met and married Alice Lewis several years ago. During many years as a member of Byron Center First Christian Reformed Church, he served as deacon, elder, cadet counselor, and enjoyed singing bass in the choir. His faith continued to grow at Alger Park Church. Through this strong faith and love for the Lord, he continued his family’s legacy, influencing the people in his life.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St., Byron Center, Michigan. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at Alger Park Church, 2655 Eastern Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, with visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to the service.

If you are unable to attend, the link to join virtually is:

https://vimeo.com/event/2798749/7a3cce038d

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to South Christian High School. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresbyron.com.